Storage Virtualisation Solutions and Services
Server virtualisation, desktop virtualisation and the management tools that are associated with both of those solutions are a growing source of business for resellers. This site monitors the trends in the storage virtualisation market and the opportunities for those resellers that can combine virtualisation with other storage infrastructure and management services.
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E-Zine
03 May 2024
MicroScope: The challenge of our time
In this issue, explore what you can do to help customers on their net-zero journeys as sustainability grows in importance in the boardroom. Also read up on the benefits of refurbished kit, and learn how Tech Channel Ambassadors are promoting careers to young people and reskillers Continue Reading
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Tip
19 Mar 2024
Climb extends Scale Computing relationship
Distributor working with vendor keen to tap into uncertainty in the VMware channel and customer base Continue Reading
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E-Zine
06 Oct 2023
MicroScope: Automating repetition in storage and backup management
In this issue, we explore how the growing hype of generative artificial intelligence is set to make change in the storage and backup management world, as well as the concerns and limits of the technology. Also read about the importance of getting MSSPs and suppliers on the same page, and how SSC is moving to meet customer needs Continue Reading
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E-Zine
01 Mar 2023
MicroScope: Steering the storage market
In this issue, read all about how the storage world is continuing to evolve as it looks to the cloud, security and ESG compliance requirements. Also discover six steps to making your business more sustainable and read about how IBM’s channel boss is set to make a difference. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Sep 2021
MicroScope: Stepping forward after Covid
In this issue, discover what the lasting impact of Covid-19 is likely to be as the channel emerges into a post-pandemic world. Also discover more about disaster recovery for SMEs and how best to make a plan to protect your business, and read about an uptick in cloud-based contact centre-as-a-service solutions Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Jun 2021
MicroScope: A hybrid working world
With hybrid working set to become the norm as the world starts to return to a more normal footing post-Covid, we look at how businesses are preparing for the new world of work. Also discover how to tackle the sustainability challenge, and have some key questions answered around handling bottlenecks caused by large volumes of data Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Apr 2021
VMware was the crown jewel in the EMC deal
As Dell announces plans to spin off VMware, Billy MacInnes casts an eye over the latest development Continue Reading
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News
12 Oct 2020
Veeam will extend channel options with Kasten
The addition of container back-up options will give channel partners a wider solution to pitch, according to Veeam’s CTO Continue Reading
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E-Zine
02 Oct 2020
MicroScope: Get in touch with remote network security
In this issue, find out how the security channel has been working to ensure the network safety of remote workers during the pandemic. Also read about how flash-based storage is being enhanced to include ground-breaking technology using helium and DNA, and discover how data is the key to encryption Continue Reading
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Feature
21 Apr 2020
Five-minute interview: Jason Skelton, Acxiom
Through a series of questions we find out a little bit more about another channel executive, this time Jason Skelton, Acxiom’s platform alliances head Continue Reading
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Opinion
12 Feb 2020
Zero clients: The future of mobile security for the channel?
As cyber attacks and security breaches continue to grow, IT managers are seeking new ways to secure their critical business data. While thin clients have been a good option in the past, they have limited benefits for remote working. That is where zero clients step in Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2020
Veeam plans investments after $5bn Insight Partners buy
Firm will move base to US and expand operations after being acquired by Insight Partners Continue Reading
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News
06 Nov 2019
VMware nudging partners towards SaaS model
Software and services is the way that the vendor is expecting more of its partners to go Continue Reading
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E-Zine
05 Jul 2019
MicroScope: The effects of Brexit
Brexit is still to be delivered, but the channel has to carry on as usual – discover how executives are reacting to the effects of Brexit on business. Also read about the pros and cons of virtual storage, and how Barracuda is helping partners go further Continue Reading
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News
23 May 2019
Veeam looks to channel to drive growth in ‘second act’
Veeam co-founder says partners will be vital in establishing early dominance in cloud data management market Continue Reading
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News
03 Apr 2019
VMware shares details of forthcoming partner programme changes
The vendor has been rebuilding its channel partner programme and has indicated early next year will see the launch of a revised scheme Continue Reading
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News
21 Mar 2019
Fujitsu adds vDaaS to the options on offer to MSPs
Vendor continues to add more options for channel partners adding a virtual desktop infrastructure proposal to the list Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Feb 2019
Nand, flash, SSDs and HDDs – what’s happening?
It is estimated that the world creates 2.5 quintillion bytes of data every day. How will storage technology cope? Continue Reading
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Opinion
08 Feb 2019
What do crystals, glass and DNA have in common?
DNA, glass and crystal have an unexpected common link – they are all innovative new ways to meet the growing demand to store vast amounts of data Continue Reading
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Feature
02 Jan 2019
What lies ahead in the storage world
Federica Monsone, founder of A3 Communications, speaks to industry shapers about the likely 2019 trends in data storage Continue Reading
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E-Zine
10 Sep 2018
MicroScope: Thinking digital in the world of storage
In this issue of MicroScope, read the full report of the recent storage roundtable which discusses how cloud and GDPR has changed the industry Continue Reading
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News
29 Aug 2018
Cisco expands Veeam presence on its price list
After being added to the price list last autumn the two vendors are adding more options for partners to take out to customers Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Jun 2018
The storage technologies of the future
In the second part of this series, we ask vendors and channel companies for their views on the storage technologies customers will be asking for in the future Continue Reading
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News
27 Jun 2018
Scale Computing rolls out MSP programme
The hyper converged player has stepped up the support it can offer to managed service providers Continue Reading
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Feature
12 Jun 2018
What storage technologies are customers looking for?
In the first of a two-part investigation of the storage market the question being answered is around the current user demands Continue Reading
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Opinion
04 Jun 2018
CAE and i-Storage have something to market
A couple of British firms caught the eye of Nick Booth with both deserving recognition Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2018
Dell plugs thin client mid-market gap
The vendor has simplified its portfolio and given the channel a chance to take its virtual desktop message out to the mid-market customer base Continue Reading
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News
18 Jan 2018
Dell ups rewards to encourage partners to embrace hyper converged
The vendor is keen to ensure that its partners are getting involved with the growth hyper converged infrastructure market Continue Reading
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News
10 Jan 2018
Veeam extending beyond mid market stretching enterprise reach
Widening the channel over the past year has given the vendor a chance to go for a much wider audience Continue Reading
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News
09 Jan 2018
Citrix simplifies partner rewards programme
The vendor has used its Summit event in California to outline a revamp to its partner reward scheme Continue Reading
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E-Zine
03 Nov 2017
MicroScope: Unpacking cloud potential
In this issue of MicroScope, we look at what steps distribution has taken to help resolve the move to cloud, and in the second part of our storage roundtable coverage, vendors look at what opportunities the world of DevOps offers the channel and how flash is changing the world. Continue Reading